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The following list of web sites
has been compiled for the purpose of assisting teachers and students in researching the civics based activities on this web site. CT-N does not condone or endorse any candidate, political party or cause. CT-N is simply presenting this information to further the public's knowledge. A link on this page to any politically affiliated website does not constitute endorsement of such site. Connecticut General Assembly Features a copy of the legislative guide with extensive information about membership, rules, and administrative support for both branches. Search for bills and legislators. http://www.cga.ct.gov Connecticut State Library Details the library's holdings and services, including state archives, history, genealogy, public records, and government information. https://ctstatelibrary.org/ USAGov Centralized directory provides access to all federal US government web sites and documents. Browse popular areas or search the full directory. https://www.usa.gov/ CT.gov Official site for the state with information for the tourist and local, including lodgings, things to do and complete listing of state agency and government sites. http://www.ct.gov/ League of Women Voters of Connecticut Presents a guide for Connecticut voters for local, state and federal elections. Find an election calendar and related links. http://www.lwvct.org/ Open Secrets The Center for Responsive Politics is a non-partisan, non-profit research group based in Washington, D.C. that tracks money in politics, and its effect on elections and public policy. The Center conducts computer-based research on campaign finance issues for the news media, academics, activists, and the public at large. The Center’s work is aimed at creating a more educated voter, an involved citizenry, and a more responsive government. http://www.opensecrets.org Connecticut Democrats http://www.ctdems.org/ Connecticut House Democrats http://www.housedems.ct.gov/ The Connecticut State Senate Democrats http://www.senatedems.state.ct.us/ Connecticut Republican Party http://ct.gop/ Connecticut House Republicans http://cthousegop.com/ Connecticut Senate Republicans http://ctsenaterepublicans.com/ Connecticut Office of the Governor Comprises the governor's initiatives, speeches, a bio, and web page picks. Includes office contact information. https://portal.ct.gov/Office-of-the-Governor Connecticut Secretary of State Offers the latest department press releases, a voter registration form, and an email directory. Also includes an election calendar. https://portal.ct.gov/SOTS Connecticut State Department of Education Visit the commissioner's office, read through the updated press releases and look for job opportunities. Includes contact and legal information. https://portal.ct.gov/SDE CEN Overseeing Educational Technology efforts in Connecticut. Charged with starting the Connecticut Education Network. http://www.ct.gov/cen/ Civics First Civics First is a private, non-profit association that promotes and conducts law-related education programs and projects in Connecticut's public and private schools, courtrooms and communities. http://www.civicsfirstct.org/ Close Up Foundation Civics education program in the nation's capital offers students in the DC metro area an opportunity to discover democracy in action. http://www.closeup.org/ National Association of Public Affairs Networks NAPAN proactively supports the establishment and expansion of noncommercial networks devoted to providing citizens with access to unbiased information about state government deliberations and public policy events in order to educate the public and advance the public understanding of and participation in political processes and the development of public policy. http://www.napan.net/ C-SPAN Networks Political news and current affairs from the US's cable television companies. Includes features and reviews. http://www.c-span.org/ Center for Civic Education Teachers may utilize free instructional materials and lessons on democracy. Browse news articles, catalogs, research programs, and curriculum. http://www.civiced.org/ Everyday Democracy Established to help communities work equitably and inclusively in order to build a strong democracy and improve the quality of life for everyone. Free teacher resources available. http://everyday-democracy.org/ If you have any comments or suggestions about these sites or would like to submit a site, please contact us and share your ideas. |